by Editor | Aug 2, 2025 | General News
By Katlyn Fernandez Florida car insurance rates are expected to drop an average of 6.5% in 2025 – a welcome change for agents who spend a lot of time on the road. TAMPA, Fla. — Florida’s insurance commissioner, Mike Yaworsky, announced Tuesday that auto...
by Editor | Aug 1, 2025 | General News
By Amy Connolly Applications for the 2025 Hometown Heroes Program should open Aug.18; My Safe Florida Home grants reopen today. Both were Florida Realtors’ 2025 legislative priorities. TALLAHASSEE, Fla. — Nurses, classroom teachers, social workers and public defenders...
by Editor | Aug 1, 2025 | General News
By Eliana Block A judge dismissed a third recent lawsuit against NAR, barring the plaintiff from refiling. The claims alleged MLS discrimination and policy violations. WASHINGTON – For the third time in a matter of weeks, a judge dismissed a federal antitrust case...
by Editor | Aug 1, 2025 | General News
By Joanne Hsu Consumer sentiment rose slightly in July, with current conditions improving and inflation expectations falling. The overall outlooks remain cautious. WASHINGTON — Consumer sentiment improved for the second straight month, inching up a scant single index...
by Editor | Jul 31, 2025 | General News
Cowen will step down in Q1 2026 after 17 years guiding the largest MLS in Florida and Puerto Rico. COO Shayne Fairley will take over. ALTAMONTE SPRINGS, Fla. – After more than 15 years of visionary leadership, Merri Jo Cowen, CEO of Stellar MLS, announced she will...
